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A perversion and retcon of the previous novel's James Halliday, a man defined by his oddities, Steve Job's-like passion for his creations, and most importantly HIS GOOD INTENTIONS.

from I-Robot or HAL 9000 from 2001: A Space Odyssey, whose motivations mirror those of antagonists from Sword Art Online, The Matrix, Psycho-Pass, Terminator, Tron and any other work of fiction containing such material. who lacks any traits that would separate him from any other noteworthy (and more creative) A.I. A diluted rehash of the previous novel's primary villain. You may feel this to be an exaggeration, however you would be arguing with the author as he, himself, wrote in this book that it was an exact duplication of the events of Sword Art Online on TWO SEPARATE INSTANCES. Eight chapters of advanced, controversial, revolutionary concepts worthy of their own novel are interrupted by the revelations that, in fact, the novel is functionally Sword Art Online. Never before had I witnessed a work of art this promising wither and die so rapidly. Then the 'antagonist(s)' were introduced. For eight chapters, I grew more and more in love with this novel. Without delving too deep and spoiling those who, despite this review, elect to experience Ready Player Two for themselves, I had never been so engaged and excited about concepts regarding the future of technology, humanity, and where the lines would inevitably become blurred between the two. Not since the game SOMA, had I been so absorbed by ideas that so profoundly questioned the subjectivity of defining 'humanity', 'reality', 'pain', and evolution.

was released however, I found myself beyond enthralled by the concepts explored and began debating the philosophy and ethics of such a device with my friends. As the story began, I was surprised by many of the events that took place immediately following the events of the previous book, those taking place three years later, and how the gap was bridged. When I started it, I began with no knowledge of what the plot would consist of and no expectations as to what would take place so as to not establish unfair expectations and to be able to appreciate it for whatever Ernest Cline had written it to be.

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My desperation to read the sequel persisted while I checked every three to five minutes for the available download on the release day. Story: I am a huge fan of Ready Player One, having listened to the audiobook nine times and having waited for the pre-order of it's sequel to become accessible as if I were refreshing Walmart's website for a PS5. Performance: Simply put, Will Wheaton was exceptional. Heartbreakingly Disappointing and InsultingĪfter having listened to nearly 400 audiobooks, this is the first time I have felt it so necessary as to write a review. Lovingly nostalgic and wildly original as only Ernest Cline could conceive it, Ready Player Two takes us on another imaginative, fun, action-packed adventure through his beloved virtual universe, and jolts us thrillingly into the future once again. Wade’s life and the future of the OASIS are again at stake, but this time, the fate of humanity also hangs in the balance. With it comes a new riddle, and a new quest - a last Easter egg from Halliday, hinting at a mysterious prize.Īnd an unexpected, impossibly powerful, and dangerous new rival awaits, one who’ll kill millions to get what he wants. Hidden within Halliday’s vaults, waiting for his heir to find it, lies a technological advancement that will once again change the world and make the OASIS a thousand times more wondrous - and addictive - than even Wade dreamed possible. Are you ready?ĭays after winning OASIS founder James Halliday’s contest, Wade Watts makes a discovery that changes everything. A great mix of exciting fantasy and threatening fact.” ( The Wall Street Journal )Īn unexpected quest.

Named One of the Best Books of the Year by the Washington Post The thrilling sequel to the beloved worldwide best seller Ready Player One, the near-future adventure that inspired the blockbuster Steven Spielberg film.

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